Why Rick Steves Says You Should Never Book A Hotel For Just A Night (With 1 Exception)
Like most tips from Rick Steves, his advice against making a one-night hotel booking aims to get the most from your time, budget, and travel experience.
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Like most tips from Rick Steves, his advice against making a one-night hotel booking aims to get the most from your time, budget, and travel experience.
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